You need some fat if you body is to function properly. But too much fat will harm your health. Most diabetics are overweight when they are diagnosed. So you need to monitor your fatness and take corrective action. Here are eight ways you can check your adiposity. Continue reading “How to monitor your weight (and why you should do so)”
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The link between gout and diabetes
Is there a link between diabetes and gout, that intense pain you feel in your joints? What is gout and how is it caused? And, if you are diabetic, what is the best way to treat your gout and avoid debilitating attacks? Continue reading “The link between gout and diabetes”
New test can measure how healthy your diet is
A new five-minute urine test can determine the nutritional quality of your diet. The test gives an indication of how much protein, sugar, fat, and fibre you are eating … great news for diabetics who wish to control their blood glucose and fat levels using diet alone. Continue reading “New test can measure how healthy your diet is”
How diabetes affects your brain
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Stomach problems due to diabetes explained
Diabetes can damage the nerve that controls the flow of food through your digestive system. This gives rise to gastroparesis, an extremely unpleasant medical condition. What is gastroparesis and what can you do about it? Continue reading “Stomach problems due to diabetes explained”
Can human growth hormone reverse aging?
Human growth hormone is reputed to reverse aging and there does seem to be some truth in that assertion. But what is HGH and how can it be used to beat aging? Continue reading “Can human growth hormone reverse aging?”
How to exercise with diabetic neuropathy
Exercise is a great way for improving control over your diabetes. But exercising can be difficult if you have diabetic neuropathy. Here’s what you can do to overcome the limitations imposed by this debilitating medical condition. Continue reading “How to exercise with diabetic neuropathy”
The Exercise Needs of Diabetics
While not strictly necessary to beat your diabetes, exercise can be an immense help in controlling your blood glucose levels. But what kinds of exercise are best for type 2 diabetics and how much exercise do you need? Continue reading “The Exercise Needs of Diabetics”
Beating Kidney Disease
Persons with type 2 diabetes are especially prone to kidney disease. The best thing you can do to avoid problems with your kidneys is to keep your blood glucose and blood pressure levels under control and drink plenty of water. Here’s the story. Continue reading “Beating Kidney Disease”
What’s your risk of developing diabetes?
The risk of developing diabetes is increasing steadily, yet diabetics are living longer. In addition, your risk depends on your race, your education, and where you live. Here are some facts from the latest study. Continue reading “What’s your risk of developing diabetes?”